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AF53 VLR

2003 Toyota Corolla

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

112,270 mi
Last recorded112,270 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Corolla69,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 VLR
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 112,270 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 106,230 miles

both front headlamps misted

Pass 27 Aug 2016 99,843 miles

both headlamps misted

n/s door mirror glass cracked

Pass 28 Aug 2015 94,071 miles

both front headlamps worn/ but light output not reduced

both front tyres on 3m of tread

nearside front wing mirror glass damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2014 88,338 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 83,346 miles

advise front & rear no plates deteriorating

advise n/s front door mirror cracked

Pass 17 Aug 2012 75,756 miles

rear number plate worn but readable

Pass 3 Sep 2011 69,491 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 61,421 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 59,335 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 57,959 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,959 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 40,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 40,406 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Corolla?

Based on 4,239,724 MOT tests across 329,089 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,528
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
329,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151,978
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 93,312
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,778
position lamp(s) not working 57,990
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51,013
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AF53 VLR is a 2003 Toyota Corolla in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 69,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corolla fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151,978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 VLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corolla typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF53 VLR registered?

AF53 VLR is a 2003 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 VLR safe to buy?

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